Where is the alarm clock on Xiaomi Redmi: a detailed guide with pictures and life hacks

You just bought a new Xiaomi Redmi (be it a Redmi Note) 12, Redmi 13C Or another model, and suddenly you find you can't find your usual alarm clock? MIUI Don't worry, this is a typical situation for owners of Xiaomi smartphones, because the manufacturer regularly changes the location of system applications, and in the latest versions of firmware (MIUI 14/15) The alarm clock can be hidden in an unobvious place.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible ways to find an alarm clock on your Redmi, from the standard path through the app menu to hidden features in Settings, why the alarm clock might suddenly disappear, how to return it to the home screen, and what alternative apps to consider if you don’t like the standard version, and at the end, answers to frequent questions and life hacks for those who want to set the alarm clock “for themselves”.

1. Standard method: where to look for an alarm clock in the app menu

The most obvious way is through the list of all installed programs. On most Xiaomi Redmi models (including Redmi Note 11/12/13, Redmi 10/10A/10C, Redmi 13C and others), the alarm is built into the Clock app.

1. Swipe your finger up from the bottom edge of the screen to open the app menu.
2. Scroll down the list and find the Watch icon (usually an analog watch with a white background or a black watch with a green/blue background, depending on the theme).
3. Slap the icon. The app will open, and you'll see tabs at the bottom: "Alarm clock," "Secundamer," "Timer," "World time."
4. Select the “Alarm” tab** – you can add, edit and delete signals here.

⚠️ Warning: If you don't see the Watch app on the menu, it doesn't mean it's not there! it may be hidden in the Google Services or Utilities folder. Check all the folders on the home screen - sometimes Xiaomi groupes system apps automatically.

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If you have MIUI 15, try saying "Hey Siri" (if you have voice assistant on) or "OK, Google" and saying "Open the alarm clock." This will work even if the icon is hidden.

2.An alternative path: through phone settings

If the standard method did not work (for example, after resetting settings or updating the firmware), the alarm can be found through system settings. This method is universal for all Redmi models, including the old (Redmi 9A, Redmi 8) and new (Redmi Note 13 Pro+).

Instructions:

1. Open the settings (cog icon).
2. Scroll down and select Applications → Application Management.
3. In the search bar at the top, type “Clock” or “Clock” (in English).
4. In the search results, tap the Clock app, and its card will open. Click Open to launch.

If the app appears as “Disable”**, click Enable — this may solve the problem of its disappearance. Also check if the tick in Hide (in this case, uncheck it).

3. How to return the alarm to the main screen (widget and shortcut)

Many users are used to having an alarm clock on their desktop, but after updating MIUI or resetting the settings, the icon may disappear.

Method 1: Create a shortcut to the “Clock” app

1. Open the application menu (swipe up from the bottom edge).
2. Find the “Clock” and hold the icon with your finger for 1-2 seconds.
3. Drag it to a vacant seat on the home screen.

Method 2: Add an alarm clock widget

The widget is more convenient than the shortcut, showing the time and the active alarm clocks right on the screen, to add:

1. Press your finger on the free desktop space → select Widgets.
2. Scroll down the list and find the Watch widget (usually called Clock or Alarm clock).
3. Select the size of the widget (4×1, 4×2, etc.) and drag it to the screen.
4. Customize the display: some widgets allow you to show only alarm clocks or even the weather.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) A1, Redmi 10A) The alarm clock widget may be missing due to the lightweight version MIUI Go. In this case, use a shortcut or third-party applications (about them - below).

Update your firmware to the latest version of MIUI| Check if the sound is on in the settings | Make sure the phone is not in Do Not Disturb mode | Check if the Watch app is disabled in the settings-->

4.Why the alarm clock disappeared and how to restore it

Sometimes the alarm goes missing for no apparent reason.

If the alarm clock stopped working after the MIUI update, try:

1. Clear the Cache of the Clock app** (Settings → Apps → Watch → Storage → Clear the Cache).
2. Reboot the phone.
3. Install the update for the Watch app via Google Play (if available there).

5. Setting the alarm clock: step-by-step instructions with pictures

Now that you've found the alarm clock, let's figure out how to set it up. Let's take the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 14 as a base, and the interface may be slightly different on other models, but the logic is the same.

Step 1 Adding a new alarm clock

1. Open the “Clock” app → go to the “Alarm clock” tab.
2. Slip the + (plus) button in the lower right corner.
3. Set the trigger time by scrolling the wheels of hours and minutes.

Step 2: Set up repetition

• 🔄 Click on the Repeat field** and select the days of the week (e.g., Pn-Pt for working days).
• 🔔 In the section "Sound"** you can choose a melody from the standard or add your own (the file must be in the memory of the phone).
• 🕒 In “Delay”** set the deposition interval (default 10 minutes).
• 📝 In the "Tag" field** add a name (e.g. "Work" or "Charging»).

Step 3: Additional parameters

• 🔊 Vibration: Turn on if you want your phone to vibrate with the sound.
• 🌙 Smooth increase in volume: the sound will increase gradually (good for easy awakening).
• 🔋 Wake up the screen: the phone will turn on when the alarm goes off.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi) 10C, Redmi 9A) The option "Smooth Volume Up"** may not be available. In this case, use third-party apps (for these, see the next section).

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If the alarm doesn't work at the appointed time, check if the system is optimizing its operation. To do this, open Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization and find the Watch app. Select No Limits.

6.The Best Alternative Alarming Apps

If the standard alarm clock on your Xiaomi Redmi is not satisfied (for example, there is no smooth awakening or it is constantly reset), consider third-party solutions.-3 tested applications:

How to set an alternative alarm clock:

1. Open Google Play and find one of the apps above.
2. Set it up and open it.
3. Provide the necessary permissions (access to notifications, microphone for missions to Alarmy, etc.).
4. Set the alarm by analogy with the regular, but with advanced functions.

⚠️ Warning: When using third-party alarms, turn off battery optimization for them, otherwise they may not work. → Battery → Battery Optimization, Find the App and Choose Without Limits.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Even after setting the alarm clock correctly, here are the typical Xiaomi Redmi user errors and ways to solve them:

• ⏰ The alarm doesn't work in power saving mode. Solution: add the Clock app to exceptions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery).
• 🔕 Phone in Do Not Disturb mode Solution: Check the settings in Settings → Notifications → Do not disturb and add an alarm clock in the exception.
• 🔊 The alarm clock is silent. Solution: Separately set the alarm clock volume in the Clock app (not to be confused with the overall volume of the phone!).
• 📱 The alarm goes off, but the screen doesn't turn on. Solution: turn on the "Wake up screen" option in the alarm settings.

If the alarm keeps on “glugging”, try resetting the settings of the “Clock” app:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Clock → Storage.
2. Click Clear Data and Clear Cache.
3. Reboot your phone and set your alarm again.

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If you sleep soundly often, set two alarm clocks at 5 minutes apart, like the first at 7:00, the second at 7:05, which will increase your chances of waking up.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions